Chemical PEels
FAQs
-
Retinoic Acid - This powerhouse acid penetrates the skin, inhibiting melanin production and increasing cell turnover.
Trichloroacetic Acid - TCA drives the blend deeper and targets signs of aging by boosting collagen and exfoliating the skin.
Salicylic Acid - Salicylic acid prevents inflammation by killing bacteria, suppresses sebum production, and cleanses the pore lining.
Phenol - This is the secret weapon that numbs the skin, allowing for a painless application.
Ascorbic Acid - A powerful antioxidant that reverses free radicals, evens skin tone, and helps prevent future damage.
-
4 hours post treatment: Do NOT apply anything to skin (includes sun screen)
Day 3-7: Light to heavy peeling expected*
The first two days your skin will look a little tan, bronzed, or pink. It may also feel a bit tight before the peeling begins.
• As a general rule, treat it like a sunburn: avoid sun exposure, avoid sweating and avoid heat.
• During the peeling phase you must avoid sun exposure. Even after the peeling has subsided your new skin will be sensitive to UV light. Protect your investment and reapply your sunscreen when outdoors.
• If any products in the post peel kit sting or irritate beyond your tolerance reach out to your practitioner for options to use instead.
• The amount of visible peeling you will experience varies greatly. You will peel as much as your skin needs to peel.
• Each morning apply the VI Derm Post-Treatment Repair Cream and VI Derm SPF 50 Daily UV Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen and apply as needed throughout the day. Continue use for the 7-Day peeling process.
• Pigment may darken as the skin prepares to peel. This is normal.
* Peeling can depend on a variety of factors and every patient is unique. Some may not experience any visible peeling, while others experience heavy peeling.
-
• Allergy to phenol, aspirin (Salicylic Acid), or any ingredient in peel solution
• Inflamed skin with open lesions
• Accutane or Isotretinoin use with the past six months
• Immune system disorders under active treatment, chemotherapy, or Radiation Treatments
• Active cold sores or herpes simplex
• Pregnancy or breastfeeding